Welcome to the Spyder world. Before I bought my 2021 Can-Am Spyder RT Limited Sea-to-Sky, I did the research on RU-vid as well. Coach Bob, John and Miriam, Sam Smith, Purple on Three, the list is endless. Just recently retired myself. It does take a while to unlearn the 2 wheel mentality, but in time, it will come. You grip the handlebars like you're holding a raw egg. Firm but not hard. That helped me. Congrats and ride on buddy. Subscribed!
Don't forget: TheSmoaksVlogs Shaun rides them and works on them professionally - he's a master mechanic.at a Spyder dealership and loves Spyders. Look through his list as he's two wheel mad as well. It was watching his "ride" videos in lockdown, that got me so interested. I have an RT Ltd in red - a great machine!
Hey, thanks for the comment. I watch your videos all the time and am truly impressed you watched one of mine. I would love to pick your brain on how to do some of the filming you do. Thanks again for the comment. It really is special to me.
Thank you for the advice ! Wrecked my Yamaha last summer, at 67 I have decided if I get another it will have 3 wheels. I have been looking at Spyders for a while now, seeing the number of veterans riding them in the American Legion Riders Legacy Run last week as they arrived in Charlotte pretty much sold on a Can Am. Safe riding my friend !
I really enjoyed this. Where are you located? I am watching from Puebla, Mexico, lived 5 years in NC but am Swedish, moving back to Sweden later this summer. Liked and subscribed.
I started my three-wheel motorcycle journey with a RT Limited, but after two years I graduated to a Honda Goldwing Trike. Something you will soon learn if you ride much, be prepared to replace your rear tire every 10K-12K miles.
Cool toy sir. I'm still on two for now but later on who knows. Another knowledgeable youtuber is shawn Smoak. He's a technician at a dealership in Washington. Ride safe
Welcome to the world of Spyders! You’ll love it. My first Spyder was a 2014 Spyder RT Limited. That was four years ago. I traded it off this spring for a new 2022 Rt Sea to Sky and I haven’t regretted at all.
Great job. I’m one or two steps behind you. I’ve been a huge fan of Coach Bob and his wife Coach Vic for a long time. I’m signed up to take the CanAm riding class the first week of November and can’t wait. You did a good job with your video. Keep up the good work.
I enjoyed your video and have a really novice question I guess. Besides the obvious price advantage of this trike, is it advantageous to have two wheels in the front as opposed to the back as with HD trikes I've been looking at? The Spyder videos talk about being more sensitive to the shape of the road and alignment and "pulling" more than the HD videos do.
Coach Bob really helped me with steering. I found running 28 lbs. Back tire and 30 lbs. In front tires and mine handles great now. Lower air pressure in front tires I had wobbly and didn't handle as well. Front tires look good but may replace next summer because I have to run max pressure in them to get good performance out of them. But going from riding Two wheels all my life is a big change but I am really starting to like my Spyder RT Limited. I'm sure that you'll really start enjoying yours soon thanks for the video and I hope you'll make another one soon when you really get to know your Spyder.
Welcome to the Spyder club, we bought our Spyder RT ltd last year having ordered it September 2021. Not yet retired but getting close to!After seeing what went on to people during Covid ,we decided to bit the bullet & have some fun while we’re still able to. As Covid showed you never know what’s around the corner! Having looked at CanAm spyders for quite a few years on the internet, we finally went to a dealership & checked one out at close quarters. Picking the Rt limited due to the ease of getting on for my wife due to her mobility issues. Both of us have never ridden before so it was a learning curve, my wife feeling she needed to do the CanAm course for confidence sake! I just had a friend who had been riding two wheels for years as a mentor & was willing to help me. So understand your issue with feeling uncomfortable with steering & Corning etc , I had same issues & have just changed out the sway bar & end links & it’s like riding a different bike! Plus to removing the fender reflectors to lights & adding extra ones on rear & front grill. Have fun as we do with ours, we love it so much & there’s many others out there who think the same! Regards Stephen & Pauline from Alberta, Canada.
Thanks so much for the comments. I've added a brake/signal light bar already. Shot video of the installation and plan to post it in a few days. I've bought LED lights for the front and sequential light turn signals to replace the front fender reflectors. I hope to install these with video during the next couple of weeks. Thanks for stating you're from Canada. My mother was raised in Saskatchewan and I have been there several times. Certainly would like to bring some of your weather here now as we are expecting a high temperature of 102 degrees F today.
So happy for you! Congratulations and welcome to the community! The three wheel course is very helpful even if you already have your endorsement. In PA, the course is free.
Welcome to the Spyder family. I'm new myself. I bought a new 2022 Spyder F3 LTD Special. I came from riding 2 wheel motorcycles for over 20 years. I agree. - you need to ride it. The more you ride it, the more it becomes a part of you. Love Coach Bob -- he's the best when it comes to new riders and all about Can-Ams. There are others as well mentioned in comments below.
Yeah, ours has been stuck in the shop for 22 monthes now because BRP refuses to make the part to fix it! We only got to drive it a week before the electronics malfunctioned on it. The Can Am Spyder is rated as the most unreliable three-wheeler out there. Save the headache and the money and get a different one!
I had a roaster and a spyder - both were awful - under powered , sky high rpm’s . Went back to goldwings …Also they have a sensor issue that can occur on the wheels and the bike goes into limp,home mode …
Nice, welcome to the Spyder family. You really did your homework. Your level of comfort level will come. If the grips are too much reach, you might change to F3 T bars.
Congratulations on your new to you Can Am Spyder. It’s a beautiful bike and I think you hit the jackpot. I’d been following Can Am Spyders with interest since around 2013 or so. Finally in 2016 I took the three wheel safety course as required for my endorsement in my state. In Aug of 2018 I finally retired but I never lost my interest in Spyders. Then finally in 2020 I purchased a 2019 Can Am Ryker. We had some great adventures and I put a little over 12,000 miles on it the first year. But it did not really offer me the ride quality that I was looking for. So in 2021 I traded it on a 2018 Can Am Spyder Limited. This was the riding style I was looking for. Very, very comfortable. With all the bells and whistles. With regards to the twitchiness new riders talk about. This is how I explain it. Most roads have a “crown” down the middle of the lane to allow water to drain off to the sides. In a four wheel vehicle the front and read tires straddle this crown. On a two wheel vehicle you can ride to either side of the crown. In a three wheeled vehicle however it offers a bit of a challenge. While the two front wheels can straddle the crown, the rear wheel rides right on top of it, resulting in that twitchy sensation. So the riders first impulse is to use a while knuckle death grip on the handle bars and try to correct each little twitch. All that does is make matters worse. By the end of the day you’re sure you made a terrible purchasing blunder. But you would be wrong. The Spyder wants to ride straight, barring some outside influence like misaligned tires, improper tire pressure or other mechanical issue. So I decided to make a short video to demonstrate just how tightly you NO NOT have to grip the handle bars. Keep in mind this video is not intended to teach someone how to steer or ride, that’s their responsibility. It’s intended to demonstrate just how stable the Can Am Spyder is, especially at highway speeds. I hope it helps to allay some of your unease. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WYfQjBny-Vo.html
Thanks for your comments and sharing the video Greg. I look forward to achieving the comfort level you have reached. Also, I am subscribing to your channel.
@practicingretirement7732 You'll get there bro. The more saddle time you get, the more confidence you'll have. The more confidence you have, the more fun you'll have. Plus you live in year round riding weather. I wish I did
Retired in July of 2018, sold my last bike in 2019. Wife died in 2022 (which is why I decied to stay home). Now I may get a Spyder next year and do a few more years of riding before I exit.
Nice video, I was a 2 wheeler for years, getting older and the wife hated it so I sold it. Been thinking a lot about a spyder or ryker, eventho the wife would have a .....Drove a spyder years ago (test drive) and it didn't really go well, bad weather using there helmet rather than mine just made it bad. The feeling of going one way when your turning the other, LOL. But I think because of a lot of reading and watching u tube videos I have a better understanding, hoping to visit a dealer and do at least 3 test drives on the models I am thinking about
Hey I just wanted to ask what is involved at DMV to get your license after the course? I have always wanted a bike but the older I got, the more intimidated I got. But the Cam Am’s interest me very much for their simplicity and 3 wheels. I have very limited motorcycle experience but still have that desire for one Thanks!😎👍
Here, it is required to take a written test and a driving test. But, the state allows the driving school certificate to take the place of the driving test. Being on a bike or trike can be intimidating. If you would have a problem driving a car without having your seatbelt fastened, imagine riding down the road with you just sitting on the bike. I would highly encourage you to find someone who can take you for a ride before making a purchase. If there is a Can Am driving school in your area, it might be the best $99 you can spend. Wish you the best with your decision.
@@practicingretirement7732 yeah I will probably take the class. I’m in NC and all I find here is $199.00. But yeah, hopefully I can find someone near me that has one already. I was in the mountains last weekend and they were everywhere. That really sparked my interest. And my wife said she would not be afraid to ride with me on 3 wheels lol! 😎👍
Great advice on buying used. I've bought Motorcycles with low mileage before and I got lucky. We just bought a used 2020 Spyder from a dealership. So far, so good as far as the "bike" is concerned. They marked it down $3K or we probably would not have bought. There aren't many running around tucson, probably because of the dealerships policy on test rides. We've got beyond that now and things are fine! Great video @
I just bought a Ryker 900. I am only five foot tall. And the RT looked so large to me. I did ride a spyder for my certification class , which I really enjoyed the spyder. But I am having a blast on the Ryker as well. At some point I may trade in for a spyder. I bought a used 2021 Ryker 900. I have a campervan. So watching for a good deal on a trailer that I can haul the bike behind the van.
Here is the deal - I design and build custom reverse trikes and am a fan of the spyder. as an expert let me give you some advice - first on the tires keep the air pressure down. 16psi front and no more than 24psi rear - DO NOT DO A FRONT END ALIGNMENT UNLESS THE TIRES WEAR POORLY AND DO NOT EVER DO LASER ALIGNMENT it does not work on a 3 wheel vehicles. pulling to one side can not be corrected by toe adjust. keep a light grip ride one handed and as you say ride ride ride and relax as that will improve your experience greatly. When you replace tire go with standard automotive radials, they are cheaper and will wear twice as well as the Kenda tires which are not good. A heavier anti sway is a good upgrade and I would recommend this also.
@practicingretirement7732 if you look at other spyders you will notice heavy center wear on the tires especially the rear. That is an indication of over pressure. Also canam recommends 12.5 to 17 on the front. 16 seems about right. More pressure also increases the dodgie effect and harshens the ride@@practicingretirement7732
Welcome to the Can Am community - garages here in the UK are a little small for the Spyder but I am really enjoying life on my new Ryker Rally riding the roads around the Stonehenge area of England.
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I just went through the Can-Am trying class yesterday. It was a complete waste of time. Yes, I was able to pass the tests to get my state driving license, but the classroom 3 hours was a waste. Nothing from the test was covered. You either came in with the knowledge, or you failed. Then it was off to the course for 45 minutes of training spread over 5 hours. When it was test time, he said the exercise was timed. Wouldn't give any indication of what the requirement was. I think the whole program is garbage. You are required to take the tests at a training facility. Nothing at the DMV anymore. There is one place in the state, or atleast the western half, where you can take the test without taking the course. Training was in Silverdale Washington.
I made the switch from Harley Tri-Glide to Spyder RT Limited and I love it. Did the same kind of research you likely did- Coach Bob, John and Miriam, the Spyder community forums, etc. Hope you are loving it !
@@practicingretirement7732 very excited about what is to come for you. I still have my goldwing and I think about the Can-Am all the time. The very best to you, always. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us
Sad how age sometimes influences what we purchase. I'm 69, couple days ago, I dropped my gen3 KLR650, broke a saddlebag, now I'm thinking Spyder. May just have to do it. Great vid. Ride heck out of that Spyder sir! In 3 years, I have 47,000 miles on 2 Harleys and 2, gen3 KLR650's.
Hello and congrats, my dad just got the 2022 Ryker 900 and loves it… I’m planning on trading in my 2013 Goldwing F6B for the RT next year when the new models come out.. also I notice you live in Mississippi. We live down on the gulf coast in Biloxi
I'm in a similar situation. Just bought a 2021 RT Limited with 748 miles on it. The guy bought it for someone in his family who didnt really care for it, so he brought it back (2.5 years later) and paid for a full service, then traded it in on a jet ski. So, win for me. I have been riding it locally (around Las Vegas) and taking it on smaller excursions to get used to riding it. Having the dilemma of taking it from LV to San Diego in a few weeks. Im sure i'd be ok, but worried about all the rest of the drivers. So far, love driving it.
I bought my first Spyder which was a 2011 in March 2012 and traded it in on a new red 2016 RT Limited just like yours. I already had a motorcycle license for my state of Pennsylvania. I suggest you get the back rest which is a great addition and get out and see your region of the country and you will get comfortable with your Spyder. I also had to have the front end alignment. I hope you enjoy your Spyder as much I have for the past 11 years.
You done real well. Congratulations. Many miles of safe smiles. All the gear all the time. Safety gear that is. (ATGATT) As to the rides. Get down there and look closely at rubber integrity. Cracking or dryness indicators. If there is any doubt, risk nothing. Change them out. Before every ride, do a vehicle pre-ride inspection. I’m 68 and ride a 22 Gold Wing DCT Tour Airbag and love it. You said it. Be patient. You will work your way back into the sensation of being out in the open air. Looks like you will give yourself that necessary space and time. Coach Bob is the Boss. When you are ready, getting together with a responsible Safety Minded group to help accumulate the saddle time with road mikes will help give you Experience and confidence. Glad you are part of an amazing and wonderful world of like minded folks enjoying the affects of the “wind the in the face” freedom.
Thank you for the greeting and advise. I do pay particular attention to the tires. I have had several blowouts on campers even with new tires and even dropped a bike many years ago when a spoke punctured the rear tire. So far, I have had the tires checked at two shops and watch them myself. I have been so impressed with the comments of yours and other bikers. There is a real community out there. Safe Travels!
Congratulations on your new Spyder. You're going to absolutely love it. The handling thing should have been resolved with the alignment. Spyder's and Ryker's can all have the same issue. Best wishes and ride safe.
Where in Mississippi did you have the laser alignment done? I pick up my RT tomorrow in Houston and will be riding her home. Greetings from Crystal Springs!
Congratulations and welcome to the 3-wheeled community! I just made the switch last month myself after riding 2-wheels for the past 30 years. Since the OEM tires are Kenda "motorcycle" tires, I highly recommend putting a fresh set of rubber on...whether you stick with the OEM Kendas or go with an automotive tire.
Also, to your point about the riding experience. I replaced my sway bar and that helped a lot. In addition, I just had to get used to the feeling when cornering being so different from a 2-wheeled motorcycle. I've got a little over 1000 miles on my 2023 F3 Limited and in that time I've been forcing myself to ride it "spiritedly" so that I could get used to how it handles. Like you said...a light touch and leaning into the corners while bracing with your outside foot helps a lot.
Thanks for the input. We are at about the same point in Spyder driving experience though I think your two wheel experience is more current than mine. It has been over 30 years since I've been on two so, I'm having to get used to the riding outside of the safety of a vehicle again also. So far, I am enjoying the experience.
Well stated. I had a completely different shopping experience. I participated in the Can-Am Experience. This is where BRP Can-Am sends a team out to a variety of dealers to test riding their vehicle of choice. I went in fully intending to get a Ryker. The leader said she wouldn't even let me test ride one. New hip, bad knee., bad back. Could surely ride my Moto Guzzi's but not if I slipped at a light or parking lot. A real reverse gear, not something that runs off a starter motor. Went through 3 electric trikes. None could do what I needed them to do unless the terrain was flat. Couldn't walk them, needed to ride. She put me on a Sea to Sky but I truly liked the seat better in the Spyder RT Limited. My dealer found the model AND color schema I wanted at a dealership in a nearby state. A week or so later and I had my trike! 800+ miles later , a Convention where I gave rides of convenience and necessity later and the smiles lived on! Watched the same RU-vid channels as others have mentioned. You seem to be in a warm climate. I recommend what Coach Bob3 recommends too - Bohn Armor. Lightweight easy to wear in hot weather and has the protection of my Moto Port gear only for hot and warm weather. I added a lower light and a dongle for a Battery Tender. Don't want to think what has to be removed to reach the battery! Same color scheme as yours but the looks are dramatically different from your 2015 to my 2023. Hard to say its the same vehicle they change so much year to year. Remember what we said on two wheels? Well Keep The Shiny Side Up! It still applies.
I've seen RU-vids where they do the test rides. It seems like a great idea. Yes, it's quite warm here today. It's 103 degrees Fahrenheit which is unusually hot. Thanks for the input and I hope you enjoy your new ride. Safe Travels!
It certainly is possible, since the brake pedal is on the right floor board you would have to see if the brake lever could be coverted to a hand break. Good luck
I don’t know if the bike can be modified to work. I think the brake can be changed from foot operated only. I’m not sure about holding on to the seat position. I’m new to this so you can probably find a better source of information. Check Coach Bob 3 RU-vid. His wife is paralyzed. He may be a good source. Personally I believe there may be a way to make it work. Try Spyder Forums.
I'm happy for you on your purchase. I love my 2026 F3 Limited Special Edition. I agree, you have to ride 'em and get used to them. By the way, I love the sound of the Cicadas in the video.😊 Happy Ryding!
Congrats on your Spyder! We have a 2014 RT Limited and added a leather Mustang rear fender flap, to the existing rear fender.Found riding along some country farm roads, when stopped, my Wife had straw and other debris on the shoulders and back of her riding jacket! Safe Travels. 🙂🏍🇨🇦
Great video thanks for sharing you're experience with the bike never had a bike until I was fifty got my first bike which I still have and about five years ago I got gold wing and love it . went this spring and took the Spyder coarse always wanted to try one but never got to try one at a dealer but you are so right they train you in a parking lot which I really enjoyed but I would love to try one on the highway hopefully someday . you're bike looks awesome it's practical a new bike good for you that's great nice colour thanks for sharing ride safe
I have an Indian roadmaster, Yamaha mt10 and a can am ryker. They all have their value. I have a lot of fun on the can ams and sometimes you are a little hazy or not wanting to gear up as much. You should try one. They are a good bit of fun.
If I was you or anybody that's going to buy a Can-Am, stay away from them. Too expensive number one. Is not worth it. Buy either a Gold Wing , for a Harley-Davidson. Much better bikes.. three-wheeler Harley, or a Goldwing three-wheeler, is much better.. a Can-Am it's just not worth it... maintenance is way too much
